- Est. Median Value
- $697K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $430/wk
- Safety Score
- 88/100
- Green Space
- 0%
- Current Weather
- 12.8°C
- Median Age
- 37 yrs
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Living in Bird Island
Is Bird Island a good place to live?
Bird Island is home to roughly 2,049 people. On Suburb's overall livability scale, Bird Island scores 49 out of 100, with a safety score of 88/100 and 0% green space.
Schools: Bird Island has 7 schools in or near the suburb, spanning early-childhood through to secondary education. See the Schools tab below for the full list.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $697K, and weekly rent typically sits around $430.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 12.8°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Bird Island is right for you depends on what you’re looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety88
- Amenities22
- Schools78
- Housing Affordability54
- Green space10
- Community67
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $697K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $430/wk
- Median HH Income
- $98K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +3.5%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
† Est. Median Value is suburb.co.nz's own estimate, modelled from available public data. We aim for accuracy, but where data is limited, estimates may be imprecise.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Bird Island?
- Bird Island is not covered by a school enrolment zone. Nearby schools may accept enrolments under open enrolment or by application.
- How do I check my school zone in Bird Island?
- Use the School Zone Checker on this page. Enter your address to check your school zone and see which schools you have a guaranteed right to enrol at.
- What is the population of Bird Island?
- Bird Island has 2,049 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Bird Island?
- The estimated median property value in Bird Island is $697K. Median weekly rent is $430/week.
- Where is Bird Island?
- Bird Island is in Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Bird Island a good place to live?
- Bird Island scores 49/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Bird Island
Schools in zone for Bird Island
No enrolment-zoned schools cover Bird Island. The schools below are the nearest options — many operate open enrolment.
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Bird Island. School enrolment zones (home zones) decide which schools your child has a guaranteed right to enrol at.
Address matching is approximate and based on OpenStreetMap geocoding — confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Other nearby schools
Schools close to Bird Island that you may be able to enrol at under open enrolment or by application (outside your home zone).
Andersons Bay School
Contributing · roll 299 · decile 8 · 2.6 km away
St Brigids School (Tainui)
Contributing · roll 71 · decile 10 · 2.8 km away
Tainui School
Contributing · roll 256 · decile 7 · 2.8 km away
Bayfield High School
Secondary (Year 9-15) · roll 533 · decile 7 · 3.3 km away
Tahuna Normal Intermediate
Intermediate · roll 496 · decile 8 · 3.3 km away
Musselburgh School
Contributing · roll 127 · decile 5 · 3.5 km away
Grants Braes School
Contributing · roll 198 · decile 10 · 3.6 km away
Bird Island Weather
Current conditions: 12.8°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 18.73 | 12.68 | 2.05 | 11.08 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.6 | 12.07 | 2.28 | 10.3 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.31 | 10.32 | 3.25 | 8.73 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.89 | 9.15 | 1.75 | 7.46 |
| 🍂 May | 12.42 | 7.2 | 1.85 | 5.89 |
| ❄️ Jun | 10.67 | 6.48 | 2.24 | 5.57 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.18 | 5.92 | 3.26 | 5.65 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.08 | 4.73 | 1.55 | 7.42 |
| 🌸 Sep | 13.04 | 6.55 | 2.97 | 8.26 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.97 | 7.32 | 3.96 | 9.48 |
| 🌸 Nov | 14.45 | 8.46 | 2.63 | 10.57 |
| ☀️ Dec | 16.76 | 11.14 | 3.88 | 9.54 |
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